INTERNSHIP 2021 – AOCS in-orbit follow-on and data analytics of Airbus Telecom satellite fleet (m/f)

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Airbus Defence and Space SAS

Airbus is a global leader in aeronautics, space and related services. In 2019 it generated revenues of € 70.5 billion and employed a workforce of around 134,000. Airbus offers the most comprehensive range of passenger airliners. Airbus is also a European leader providing tanker, combat, transport and mission aircraft, as well as one of the world’s leading space companies. In helicopters, Airbus provides the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions worldwide.

Our people work with passion and determination to make the world a more connected, safer and smarter place. Taking pride in our work, we draw on each other's expertise and experience to achieve excellence. Our diversity and teamwork culture propel us to accomplish the extraordinary - on the ground, in the sky and in space.

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What if you start your journey with us!

As part of a school curriculum in initial training , you are looking for a mandatory internship or integrated into a gap year that will allow you to validate your studies. The internship duration is 4 to 6 months maximum.

We offer you to work in a world-leading company which is at the heart of a digital transformation, at the cutting edge of research and innovation. We are looking for an “ AOCS in-orbit follow-on analyst” intern (m/f) who will be joining us at Airbus Defence and Space site in Toulouse.

This internship is to be filled from March 2021 (hire dates are subject to certain flexibility).

You will be joining the department « AOCS/GNC studies & Flight Dynamics » which activities include development of AOCS (Attitude and Orbital Control Systems) / GNC (Guidance, Navigation and Control system) subsystem for key Airbus programs (Astrobus, Eurostar, OneSat, MSR-ERO, Juice), as well as related analysis to support system engineering needs.

The objective of the internship is to conduct in-depth analyses of AOCS in-orbit behaviour on Airbus Telecom satellite fleet, in order to support our customers in the exploitation of their satellite.

This position will require a security clearance or will require being eligible for clearance by the recognized authorities.

Tasks and Responsibilities:

You will be working under the supervision of your manager who will help you identify your professional objectives and support you in the development of your skills.

Your main activities will include:

- Detection and investigation of potential in-flight anomalies on AOCS subsystem,

- Fleet-wide and trend analyses based on telemetry, by leveraging latest data analytics tools available,

- Development of new monitoring tools for spacecraft to be launched in 2021 (Quantum and first Eurostar Neo),

- Improvement of the AOCS modelling based on in-orbit data exploitation.

Required skills:

You are preparing a Master in aerospace engineering or equivalent with a specialization in control engineering and you have the following competences:

- Strong interest in space systems,

- Good knowledge of Automatic & Control theory, filtering, satellite dynamics,

- Good knowledge of general mechanical engineering, Data processing and analysis skills,

- Good knowledge of MATLAB/Simulink tools,

- Knowledge of scientific Python ecosystem (numpy, pandas, jupyter) would be a plus,

- Languages: advanced level of both French and English.

Soft skills:

- Rigorous, curious and autonomous,

- Good interpersonal and communication skills,

- Able to integrate into a team and be a flexible team player,

- Able to analyse and synthesize information.

You will develop the following skills:

- Working inside an engineering team that develops high technical products for a large panel of spacecraft mission,

- Knowledge of spacecraft missions main system drivers and specifications,

- Good understanding of main AOCS design principles, as well as avionics hardware,

- Closed-loop systems modelling and simulation performance on numerical bench,

- Technical writing.

Depending on the specifics of the offer, you may have to travel to another locations. If your profile catches our attention, you will be invited to perform a video interview during which you will have a few minutes to tell us about your background, motivations and your professional project. Afterwards, your application could be proposed to the managers for further review.

If the prospect of joining our innovative Group motivates you do not hesitate and apply online on our website www.airbus.com/careers !

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

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Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.